Research Associate I - College of Engineering - BioMedical Engineering

Carnegie Mellon University•Pittsburgh, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Carnegie Mellon University's Biomedical Engineering (BME) Department, within the College of Engineering, is seeking a Research Associate to provide technical support for laboratory research operations. This role involves maintaining laboratory facilities, equipment, and supplies, while also supporting research personnel and study participants. The position will assist with the planning, preparation, execution, and analysis of in vivo and in vitro research studies, including animal research procedures, data collection, sample processing, record keeping, and ensuring compliance with research protocols and regulations. The ideal candidate will possess independent judgment, strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary research environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
1-3 years of Laboratory research experience in biological sciences, biomedical engineering, or related field.
Animal research, surgical procedures, anesthesia, data collection and analysis, and laboratory operations management.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, lift, and carry laboratory equipment, supplies, and materials up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work with animals, biological specimens, laboratory equipment, and research instrumentation.
Ability to maintain accurate records, pay close attention to detail, and follow complex protocols.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced research environment.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and respond to changing research needs.
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Nice To Haves

A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Responsibilities

Participate in the planning, preparation, execution, and analysis of in vivo and in vitro experiments, including surgical animal studies.
Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, recovery support, perioperative care, and postoperative animal care procedures.
Conduct experimental setup, sample collection, specimen processing, and laboratory testing activities.
Maintain accurate animal health, procedural, and study records in accordance with approved protocols.
Assist investigators with protocol development, study coordination, troubleshooting, and implementation of research procedures.
Train and support laboratory personnel in research techniques, equipment operation, animal handling, and laboratory best practices.